The National Actors Theatre's production of Aeschylus' The Persians ends its run at Pace University's Michael Schimmel Center June 29.

The 19th production of the National Actors Theatre, The Persians was originally scheduled to conclude its run June 22 but was extended one week to accommodate demand for tickets. Ethan McSweeny directed the classic, which began previews May 24 and opened June 10.

An early play loosely based on the Persian Wars, The Persians concentrates on the demise of the Persian empire, including the folly of Xerxes, which caused the empire's downfall. The play also includes the appearance — as a ghost — of Xerxes' father Darius, who declaims the ruin of his once-great empire.

Pace University's Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts is located on Spruce Street between Park Row and Gold Street. Tickets are priced at $45 with senior and student seats available for $12. Call (212) 239-6200 for tickets.